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China, Russia hold third joint anti-missile drills on Russian territory

The exercises were not targeted at any third party or in response to any current international situations, the ministry said

The Hindu 7 Dec 2025 10:00 am

Prabowo orders swift restoration of flood-damaged land routes

Indonesias President Prabowo Subianto has ordered the immediate restoration of land routes severed by floods and ...

Antara News 7 Dec 2025 9:49 am

A new museum in Doha celebrates Indian art legend MF Husain

Lawh Wa Qalam is dedicated to the late Indian artist whose prolific paintings fascinated the world.

BBC 7 Dec 2025 8:28 am

Staff and tourists among 23 killed in Goa nightclub fire

The fire was caused by a gas cylinder exploding in the club's kitchen, authorities say, with the nationalities of those killed not yet known.

BBC 7 Dec 2025 8:21 am

Kremlin welcomes end to direct threat label in U.S. national security strategy: report

Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told the state-run TASS news agency the updated document dropped language describing Russia as a direct threat

The Hindu 7 Dec 2025 8:12 am

Sumatra flash floods and landslides leave 914 dead, BNPB says

A total of 914 people have died following flash floods and landslides that struck three provinces in Sumatra, the ...

Antara News 7 Dec 2025 8:10 am

Hong Kong votes in legislative election after deadly fire

The poll, coming less than two weeks after an apartment fire that killed at least 159 people, is a possible test of public sentiment about the government's handling of the tragedy

The Hindu 7 Dec 2025 6:57 am

Magnitude 7 earthquake hits remote wilderness along Alaska-Canada border

The U.S. Geological Survey said it struck about 370 kilometres northwest of Juneau, Alaska, and 250 kilometres west of Whitehorse, Yukon.

The Hindu 7 Dec 2025 5:00 am

At least 18 migrants killed as inflatable boat sinks south of Greek island of Crete; 2 rescued

The half-sunken boat was located on Saturday by a passing Turkish merchant vessel, authorities said. Two survivors were rescued and a rescue operation to find more was ongoing.

The Hindu 7 Dec 2025 2:00 am

Would Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan like to be James Bond?

There has been much speculation about who the next 007 will be since Daniel Craig left the role in 2021.

BBC 7 Dec 2025 1:47 am

Govt to spur sport industry growth by drafting supportive regulations

Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir reaffirmed his commitment to drafting regulations that will support the growth ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 10:24 pm

South Aceh leader to be questioned for Umrah during floods

Indonesias Home Affairs Ministry will summon South Aceh district chief Mirwan for questioning after he traveled ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 10:17 pm

Germany's Merz makes first visit to Israel as chancellor

Merz, after stopping in Jordan for talks with King Abdullah II, is set to fly on to Israel in the evening before meeting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem

The Hindu 6 Dec 2025 10:14 pm

Indonesian navy hospital ship treats flood victims in North Sumatra

Indonesias Navy has deployed its hospital ship KRI dr. Radjiman Wedyodiningrat-992 (KRI RJW-992) to provide free ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 10:05 pm

Indonesia speeds up certification of small outer islands

Indonesias land agency is accelerating the certification of small and outermost islands to strengthen national ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 7:43 pm

Indonesia speeds up housing recovery plan after Aceh floods

The Ministry of Housing and Settlement Areas (PKP) has begun fast-tracking plans to restore public facilities and homes ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 7:29 pm

Indonesia to fund 100 athletes scholarships under new program

The Ministry of Youth and Sports will award 100 scholarships funded by the Indonesian Endowment Fund for Education, or ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 6:58 pm

Jakarta expands sustainability program to build eco-aware students

The Jakarta Education Office has expanded its Urban Sustainability Education program to strengthen ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 6:48 pm

Jakarta pushes wider job access for people withdisabilities

Jakarta Deputy Governor Rano Karno on Saturday reaffirmed the citys commitment to widening job opportunities for ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 6:13 pm

Village co-ops urged to boost farm output: deputy minister

Indonesias cooperatives ministry has urged local Merah Putih village and urban cooperatives across the country ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 6:02 pm

Deputy minister warns of rising youth mental health risks

Indonesias deputy health minister on Saturday warned of a sharp rise in mental health problems among children ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 5:43 pm

Indonesia task force foils illegal nickel smuggling attempt

An integrated task force stationed at the private airport of PT Indonesia Weda Bay Industrial Park (IWIP) in North ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 5:30 pm

Indonesia aims to be global model of interfaith harmony

Indonesias religious affairs minister said on Saturday he sees the country becoming a global center of ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 5:11 pm

India-Russia ties among 'steadiest' globally: Jaishankar

EAM Jaishankar acknowledged that the focus of the Trump administration has been on trade and noted that Indias approach in navigating it is totally driven by national interests.

The Hindu 6 Dec 2025 5:06 pm

Qatari leader says Gaza ceasefire is at critical moment

As the first phase of the ceasefire winds down, Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said that they are working to force the way forward to the second phase to cement the deal

The Hindu 6 Dec 2025 5:05 pm

RI Govt ramps up emergency school supportafter Sumatra floods

Indonesias government has rolled out rapid-response measures to keep students learning after flash floods and ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 4:45 pm

Indonesian govt plans 50,000 subsidized home contracts on Dec 18

Indonesias Housing and Settlement Areas Minister Maruarar Sirait plans to finalize contracts for 50,000 ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 4:35 pm

Russia unleashes massive drone, missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue

Russia used 653 drones and 51 missiles in the wide-reaching attack

The Hindu 6 Dec 2025 4:14 pm

Baznas provides psychosocial support for W Sumatra flood victims

The Indonesian National Alms Agency (Baznas) provides psychosocial support to help the mental recovery of children and ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 4:03 pm

WMLchief urgesglobal Muslim unity against rising Islamophobia

The head of the World Muslim League (WML), Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, on Friday urged Muslims worldwide, ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 3:41 pm

Sumatra floods: Govt installs Bailey bridges to reopen access in Aceh

Two Bailey bridges have been installed over the Teupin River in disaster-hit Bireuen District, Aceh, Cabinet Secretary ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 2:01 pm

Indonesia suspends firms in Batang Toru after deadly floods

The Indonesian government has ordered a temporary suspension of activities by companies operating in the Batang Toru ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 1:50 pm

Indonesia speeds up repair of flood-damaged roads in Aceh

The Indonesian government is accelerating efforts to restore national roads in Aceh damaged by recent floods and ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 12:54 pm

Sumatra floods: TNI deploys reverse osmosis units to purify water

The Indonesian Armed Forces(TNI) deployed special reverse osmosis water purification equipmentto provide ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 12:45 pm

Indonesian ministry mobilizes university resources for Sumatra relief

Indonesian Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto reported that universities have ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 12:01 pm

Indonesia plans to buy 200 helicopters for defense, disaster response

President Prabowo Subianto announced a plan to procure up to 200 helicopters next year to strengthen Indonesia's ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 10:13 am

Prabowo counters free meal critics, cites 49 million served daily

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program has made significant contributions ...

Antara News 6 Dec 2025 9:58 am

FIFA gives President Donald Trump Peace Prize in departure from its traditional focus on sport

This is truly one of the great honours of my life, U.S. President Donald Trump said.

The Hindu 6 Dec 2025 1:02 am

India-Russia friendship remains steady like the pole star, says PM

The Russian President is on a two-day visit; PM signals that energy ties will continue as a strong and vital pillar of the partnership, despite Western opposition; 16 MoUs signed; PM announces free e-tourist visas for Russians

The Hindu 5 Dec 2025 11:06 pm

Indonesia calls its diaspora to partner in national development

The Holy Scripture teaches that after turning to God in prayer, humans are called to disperse across the land ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 11:02 pm

Turkey celebrates Coffee Day to strengthen ties with Indonesia

The Turkish Embassy in Jakarta strengthened its engagement with the Indonesian public through the celebration of World ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 11:02 pm

Parliament urges swift repairs for flood-damaged homes

House of Representatives Commission V member Zigo Rolanda has urged the Ministry of Housing and Settlement Areas (PKP) ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 10:16 pm

President Prabowo highlights govt's swift response to Sumatra floods

President Prabowo Subianto emphasized that the Indonesian government had acted swiftly in responding to floods and ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 10:14 pm

Hong Kong University suspends student union after calls for fire justice

The blaze that ripped through Wang Fuk Court in the city's northern Tai Po district last week killed at least 159 people and was the world's deadliest residential building fire since 1980.

The Hindu 5 Dec 2025 10:14 pm

Older adults, street children to be covered by free meals program: BGN

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) will expand the beneficiaries of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program to include ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 9:48 pm

School revitalization improves access for students with disabilities

Primary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Mu'ti affirmed that the governments school revitalization ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 9:28 pm

Hybridization of the Terror Threat in India

Recent incidents point to the use of advanced operational techniques and technologies, signaling an increasing hybridization of terrorist techniques, tactics, and procedures.

The Diplomat 5 Dec 2025 9:22 pm

Israel's cabinet approves 2026 budget with a hefty $35 billion for defence

The budget now heads to parliament for an initial vote and will face an uphill battle for approval as Israels government has become increasingly polarized. By law it must be approved by March or an election would be triggered.

The Hindu 5 Dec 2025 9:08 pm

A Forgotten Hostage Crisis: Bangladeshi Citizens in the Arakan Armys Captivity

Far away from the scrutiny of the international community, the Arakan Army is holding hundreds of Bangladeshi citizens as hostages.

The Diplomat 5 Dec 2025 8:48 pm

SAR efforts intensified in flood and landslide areas

Joint search and rescue (SAR) teams continue to maximize their search efforts in areas affected by floods and ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 8:45 pm

Satellite images reveal extent of flooding in Indonesias Sumatra

Multiple provinces in Indonesias westernmost island are ravaged with floods due to heavy rainfall which have killed at least 867

The Hindu 5 Dec 2025 8:14 pm

Indonesia sets long-term centralized training for 2028 Olympics

Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir stated that Indonesia will implement long-term preparations through a national ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 8:04 pm

China and Indias National Strategy and Competition in Cislunar Space

The paths of China and India in space show how Asian space powers are fundamentally transforming the global distribution of capabilities and influence in cislunar space.

The Diplomat 5 Dec 2025 7:42 pm

SME digitalization via QRIS boosts investment efficiency

The Prasasti Center for Policy Studies (Prasasti) reported that digitalization, including the use of the Quick Response ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 7:12 pm

Prabowo sends off Indonesian contingent for 2025 SEA Games in Thailand

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Friday officially sent off the Indonesian contingent that will participate in ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 7:11 pm

New pier and new hope for Mandalika's future

Mornings along the Mandalika coast are consistently busy with tourism activity. The sound of gentle waves accompanies ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 6:48 pm

Prabowo recalls youthful dream at SEA Games send-off

President Prabowo Subianto said that competing on the international sports stage is a rare honor reserved for ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 6:32 pm

What Putin and Modi got out of Delhi meeting

BBC editors explain what lies behind the high-optics visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to Delhi.

BBC 5 Dec 2025 6:19 pm

EU regulators hit Elon Musk's X with 120 million euro fine for breaching social media law

Regulators said X's blue checkmarks broke the rules because of their deceptive design that could expose users to scams and manipulation; X also fell short of the requirements for its ad database and giving access to researchers access to public data.

The Hindu 5 Dec 2025 6:04 pm

Army denies Starlink fee rumors, ensures services free in Sumatra

The Indonesian Army (TNI AD) has ensured that Starlink satellite communication services deployed to flood-affected ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 5:44 pm

Gov't will assess GLP-1 use for obesity following WHO recommendation

The Health Ministry stated that they will assess the use and funding coverage by the national health insurance ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 5:29 pm

Minister Lahadalia assures power restoration, fuel supply in Sumatra

Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Bahlil Lahadalia, ensured that efforts to restore access to electricity, ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 5:16 pm

Electricity recovery in Sumatra progresses significantly: ministry

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources affirmed that the recovery of electricity systems in flood- and ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 5:15 pm

W. Java Governor offers to build village for Padang flood victims

West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi conveyed plans to build a village for residents affected by the hydrometeorological ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 5:14 pm

President Prabowo ratifies extradition treaty with Russia

President Prabowo Subianto has officially ratified the extradition agreement with the Russian Federation by issuing Law ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 5:13 pm

Sumatra flood: DPR urges operation of kitchens to prevent starvation

Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR) Puan Maharani urged the government and disaster response teams to ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 4:42 pm

Jakarta bans dog, cat meat trade to curb rabies

The Governor of Jakarta, Pramono Anung, has directed city agencies to strictly enforce a new regulation that prohibits ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 4:36 pm

West Sumatra ensures health service continues post-disaster

The West Sumatra Provincial Government continues to ensure that health services remain operational in all areas ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 4:25 pm

Edinburgh Airport says no flights currently operating due to IT issue

The airport, in a statement released on X, advised passengers to check with their airlines for the latest flight information

The Hindu 5 Dec 2025 4:08 pm

Minister confirms US$3.1 billion from JETP funds available for project

The Indonesian government stated that about US$3.1 billion from the initial US$20 billion Just Energy Transition ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 3:33 pm

Indonesia to extend housing aid program to all districts in 2026

Indonesia will extend its self-help housing renovation program to every district and city for the first time in ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 3:32 pm

Gov't ensures basic needs fulfilled for flood victims in Langkat

Deputy Social Affairs Minister Agus Jabo Priyono distributed aid to flood victims in Langkat, North Sumatra, to ensure ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 3:31 pm

Indonesia, Germany cooperate on technology mobilization to finance

The National Development Planning Ministry/National Development Planning Agency (PPN/Bappenas) stated that its ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 3:30 pm

Minister vows thorough review of mining activities in Sumatra flood

Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia affirmed readiness to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 3:28 pm

Indonesia must reflect its strength at 2025 SEA Games: Minister

Minister of Youth and Sports Erick Thohir urged the Indonesian contingent at the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand to showcase ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 3:27 pm

Indonesian Fleet Day: Navy Chief calls for marines' solidarity

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali said the commemoration of the Indonesian Fleet Day 2025 serves as a reminder ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 3:25 pm

Indonesia drives industry decarbonization to stay within 1.5C

Indonesias Industry Ministry is pushing industrial decarbonization to help keep global ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 3:24 pm

Gibran reviews Sumatra aid hub as government speeds relief

Indonesias Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, joined by North Sumatra Governor Bobby Nasution, inspected ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 3:22 pm

Gov't, DPR committed to improve lecturers' welfare

The House of Representatives (DPR) and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology highlighted lecturer ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 3:21 pm

Govt launches MSME recovery scheme for disaster-hit Sumatra provinces

The Indonesian government is moving quickly to establish a recovery scheme for Micro, Small, and Medium ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 2:51 pm

India travel chaos worsens as IndiGo cancels hundreds of flights

IndiGo, India's largest carrier, has said operations will return to full normalcy only by 10 February.

BBC 5 Dec 2025 2:45 pm

Sumatra floods: Finance Ministry prepares emergency disaster funds

Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa announced the readiness of additional emergency funds to address ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 2:39 pm

When home has no space left: Indonesians look abroad for opportunity

Jikok indak gadang di kampuang, rantau laweh ditujuIf you cannot grow in your own hometown, then the wider ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 2:36 pm

Sharia developers urged to lead Indonesia's 3 Million Houses Program

Deputy Minister of Housing and Settlement Areas (PKP) Fahri Hamzah has called on sharia-based property developers to ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 1:24 pm

U.S. raid allegedly killed Syrian undercover agent instead of Islamic State group official

Neither U.S. nor Syrian government officials have commented on undercover agent al-Masoud's death, an indication that neither side wants the incident to derail improving ties

The Hindu 5 Dec 2025 1:06 pm

Indonesia to revoke 20 forest permits after deadly Sumatra floods

The Forestry Minister, Raja Juli Antoni, stated that the Forestry Ministry will revoke 20 Forest Utilization Business ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 1:06 pm

Banten races to restore 200,000 hectares of critical forests

The Banten Environment and Forestry Office (DLH) reported 200,000 hectares of critical forest area, mainly in Lebak and ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 12:52 pm

'Senior Schools' help combat loneliness among Indonesia's elderly

The new national empowerment program featuring Senior Schools aims to combat loneliness and promote ...

Antara News 5 Dec 2025 12:48 pm

U.S. immigration officials arrest Harvard professor after firing pellet gun near synagogue

The U.S. Homeland Security Department said Brazilian citizen Carlos Portugal Gouvea has agreed to leave the country

The Hindu 5 Dec 2025 12:08 pm